Police are hunting a gaunt, 6ft plus attacker after a man was robbed near Mosspark Railway station on his way to work.

Officer in Govan are appealing for witnesses following the attack on Linthaugh Road on Wednesday March 15 around 6.10am.

The 30 year old victim was walking along Linthaugh Road towards Mosspark Railway Station to go to work, when he was stopped by a man at the start of the footbridge.

His attacker then pushed him to the ground and took his wallet before running off in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as white, in his 30s, 6ft2, of slim build and with a gaunt appearance. He was wearing a black hooded top with the hood up and a scarf across his face, navy tracksuit bottoms and white trainers. He also spoke with a Glasgow accent.

Detective Inspector Alasdair Barlow from the Community Investigation Unit based at Govan said:

“Luckily the victim was not injured during this incident but it was nonetheless a frightening experience for him and it is crucial that we trace the person responsible.

“There would have been members of the public in the area at the time, possibly making their way to the train station. I would ask anyone who witnessed what happened or saw a man matching the above description in the area to please get in touch."

If you have information that can help, contact officers at the Community Investigation Unit in Govan via 101 orcall CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111.